How far is Ames, IA from Waukee, IA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Ames and Waukee is 32.26 miles (51.92 km).
Flight distance from Ames, IA to Waukee, IA is 32.26 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 05 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from Ames, Iowa to Waukee, Iowa is: 47.39 miles (76.27 km) by car.
Driving from Ames to Waukee will take approximately 00 hours 51 minutes.
#1 Ames
The most populous city in Story County, Iowa. It is located on the Des Moines River in central Iowa. Ames is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Iowa State University campus and the Ames Historical Society.
| Population | 67033 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 42°2'5"N 93°37'12"W |
| Latitude | 42.0347100 |
| Longitude | -93.6199400 |
| Altitude | 287 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Waukee
City in Dallas County, Iowa, United States of America
| Population | 26166 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 41°36'42"N 93°53'7"W |
| Latitude | 41.6116600 |
| Longitude | -93.8852300 |
| Altitude | 314 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Waukee: Ashworth Drive (-93.885151,41.611761)
Estimated Travel Time Between Ames and Waukee
The distance between Ames and Waukee is 76 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 50 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.
There is no time difference between Ames and Waukee. The current time is 01:40:49.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01 hours 34 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01 hours 11 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00 hours 56 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 47 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 40 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 37 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 35 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 6.33 liters (1.67 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Ames and Waukee.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Ames to Waukee is $5.49 (diesel $7.77).
Iowa gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.29 | $3.6 | $4.06 | $4.65 |
| Total | $5.49 | $6.02 | $6.8 | $7.77 |
Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.
The average gas price (in Iowa ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.285 (Diesel $4.648) /gallon. Last changed prices on December 23, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Ames and Waukee (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
